WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR MAY 2013

Katla49

Laura: Regarding Oregon weather, your experience is pretty typical. :ohwell: We’re having an amazingly sunny and dry year so far. The last time it was like this in my memory was 15 years ago when we bought our current home. I am taking advantage of every nice day that I can. It is hard to know whether this is an anomaly or part of the global warming that seems to be ongoing world-wide.

Jodios: I followed your link and it was very interesting. OMG the water! :drinker: I can’t imagine drinking enough without having to simply move into the bathroom and taking my computer with me. :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: I have plateaus, but they always go away within a few days or a week. This may change as I get closer to my goal weight.:drinker: :drinker:

Kathy: I hope you’re able to be with us more often. You have good insights.:flowerforyou:

Robin: Best wishes go to your dad. I hope his heath stabilizes and he feels better soon. :flowerforyou: Your attitude toward she who will not be named is showing pluck and humor, which I consider a good thing.:bigsmile:


We’ve been having a quiet day at home today. I finished the latest Nora Roberts book and enjoyed it a bunch. The clock lady came and my chimes now work again. Yay! I’m starting to feel the need to get up and move. I think I’ll take the dog for a walk, or the dog and DH for a walk.

Have a great day.

Katla in NW Oregon

linder4866

Hello Vitamin F friends - just stopping by to say hello again!! Sorry to hear so many are suffering with illnesses, poor work situations, family issues, and other difficulties. Hugs and prayers......... :flowerforyou:

Have been moderately busy with this, that, and the other thing. I have been pretty faithful to my little workouts and I think I'm gaining a bit of core strength and also a tiny tiny bit of upper body strength. I take that as a positive sign and it motivates me to keep on!

I also just had to try to grow something so I ordered an heirloom tomato plant from Burpee's this afternoon. Shipping for this zone should be within a week or so. I can taste those tomatoes already........:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile:


Lin in Central Iowa

jmv2012

Hello, everyone! May I join the group?
I am 52, 5'4" (though, the dr says I'm now 5'3"), 147 pounds and want to lose 30 pounds.
Is there a way to see the most recent posts first, instead of paging through to the end?
I'm new to forums.
Thanks.

drkatiebug

Checking in for today. Testing was still crazy, but better. 7 more days with students. No time for comments. Maybe tomorrow.

jmkmomm

Nothing much going on with me today except that my husband had another follow up with the cardiologist after his treadmill. The treadmill was OK but I told the doctor about the one day about a month ago that he woke me up because he was having angina and his heart was irregular. So that changed that whole thing with the doctor. He felt he needed to take care of the one remaining blockage and while he was there he would very carefully look at the other stents to make sure that they were still OK. If all was not good then they would need to do a bypass. My husband was not happy about that and preferred the 'wait and see' attitude. So he made a medicine change, will have him wear one of those 24 hour monitors and then see him again in 3 weeks. The medicine change is mainly because the one he has him on, which is free on his medicine now, will be $85 in July when he goes on Medicare!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! So that's really the only reason for the change. But he wanted to make sure there were no rythm problems and that the change in medicine kept his heart rate low enough

barbiecat

:flowerforyou: Brooke, when the dogs roll around in the grass and leaves and stuff and get it all over their curly hair, I call them “salad”.

:bigsmile: LindaS. Thinking good thoughts for you and your surgery.

:flowerforyou: Katla, we used to have a five acre farm and now we’re content with a few flower beds, plants, and trees and lots of rocks.

:flowerforyou: Kathyszoo, come to the lavender festival this summer in Sequim, WA and taste the lavender cheesecake or peach lavender ice cream.

:flowerforyou: Jmv, welcome, the way to read more recent posts is to click on the word view next to the name of the last poster instead of on the name of the thread in “My topics”, then you can scroll back to where you last post and see what has been posted since then.

:bigsmile: :bigsmile: :bigsmile: My day was more of the same……two hour dog walking in the morning….line dance class…..spinach omelet for lunch,……planning and practicing for the line dance class I’ll teach on Friday…..more dog walking… spreading bark in the yard….riding the recumbent bike while consuming a chocolate berry Isagenix shake and watching TV with Jake…..and then more dog walking before bedtime

Barbie from NW Washington

lizmil79

Hello Ladies,

Today went well. I reset my goals. I had my calories set for losing a pound today I change it to 1.5 so hopefully it will help.

@Kathy I have taken water dumbs before and really enjoyed it.

@Lin we are trying our hand at gardening. Its been a long time since we had a garden..


Really stressful week at work.
We are going through management changes so watching to see what happening how it going to.effect us.

Hoping everyone has a good evening

Liz from idaho
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exermom

Joyce - THAT's RIGHT!!! I'd completely forgotten that they keep ads at the checkout. Thanks for reminding me. Guess I'll have to go today anyway.

Vince isn't going to go to the Newcomers general meeting or to bowling. He was up last night with a cough and he's starting to have diarrhea. Sometimes I think he makes things out worse than they are, but I'm not even going to start to comment.

Did a 45 minute DVD of Kari Anderson's step, tomorrow I'm planning to do (I think it is) "I Want That Body DVD.

Linda - as weird as this is, if you prelog even one item, MFP counts it as a day when you logged in. Trust me, I tried this. Praying for you today.

sunshine - feel better fast. Glad they gave you antibiotics

brooke - I can believe that a well fitting bra would make you look thinnner. When you stand up straight, you look 5 pounds thinner...so why not when you get a good bra? How do I keep track of my schedule? Thank goodness for the invention of weekly pocket calendars!!!! My exercise just has to work in my schedule, but I do like to at least go the extremepump class once/week (only on Mondays, too late on Fridays) and something in the water. I do prefer a class, but now that the board meetings for the Newcomers have been changed, I might wind up just swimming laps one day.

grandmalle - why doesn't hubby like the cruise line you picked? You may need rain, but I'm getting out the blueprints for the ark!

katla - trust me...I'm no bowler myself. As a matter of fact, whenever I get a strike (which isn't very often) I do a little dance -- I'm known in senior bowling for it...lol - where I just wiggle my hips. One guy gave me a bowling towel that says "I only bowl so I can do that funny little dance when I get a strike". I had it framed. That is SOOO me. Good luck to your dh

Sorrry, just skimming the posts today. We bowled this team, there is one lady on it who is slower than molasses. On top of that, two others on her team were slow. Slow is one thing...but she would CONSTANTLY be off talking to someone. I remember last year I meantioned to her that it was her turn to bowl while she was talking to someone, and she just said to me "oh, OK' and containued talking! We were the last team to leave the bowling alley. Maybe she has 3-1/3 hrs to spend at the bowling alley, but not all of us do. I'm just glad that she's not on my team. Have to have dinner, than mahjongg tonight. We used to play on Mon nights but the farmers market decided to open on Mon nights and one of the gals is committed to being there. She wouldn't even be able to leave until well after we'd started . Good luck to your son

kathy - glad you had such a nice visit with your sisters. They are so important.

Robin - prayers that your dad is OK

Renny the scale really doesn't matter half as much as that tape measure. Congrats!

Bennie - welcome! You've come to a great place for motivation and ideas

jmv - welcome! Of course you are more than welcome to join

Here's hoping everyone has a great evening.

Michele in NC

dovergopp

Not much going on here I didn't get a good workout in today I only got to walk about 15 minutes. Went to a high school baseball game tonight the teams playing were the town we live in and the school we graduated from. I did get 7620 steps in today with the job I did at work today. Then we didn't get to eat until 8pm we went to KFC I got the new boneless chicken combo I only eat the white meat and my side was green beans and I eat the biscuit and still stay with in calorie range. Well getting ready to drink my nightly tea and then go to bed. Everyone take care and hugs prays and thoughts with you all Take care

wizzywig

Hi all

:flowerforyou: Just a quick one, I managed to do 17 mins exercise yesterday, so if I want to match it today, I'll have to be quick - don't know where the time has gone this morning?! :noway: :noway:

Wanted to say a lot but will have to stick with "have a great day dear vit fs"

Fell asleep soon after my tea last night so didn't switch on the PC I was sooo tired, but it must have done me some good as I feel quite refreshed this morning :bigsmile:

Exercise awaits - chat to you tonight all being well.

Take care everyone :drinker: :flowerforyou:

Viv

sunshine61250

Good morning everyone. Feel a little better today but still plan on doing NOTHING today. It's a holiday here so hubby is home today and he is taking care of me. Chat tomorrow!

Joy

tiarapants

To my fabulous friends, Surgery in the morning on my left wrist for carpal tunnel. I may not be replying to your comments for a few days, but DD will enter my diary info. I don't want to lose my consecutive days of logging! Keep working on your healthy habits, they will eventually become part of your life and your reality! I am forever grateful for you, my dear friends, my support team! ????LindaS

I haven't been on this message board for a couple of days! Wow, I can't
Believe there are 13 pages already!! I think I will have time to catch up over the next couple of days!
I have ordered a protein powder to make drinks! Thanks to M , who told
me about a powder called The organic whey! Sold on amazon. Should arrive this Thursday!
I am planning to use it as a meal replacement. I need to get past this, plateau and lets
Just say my exercise will be limited for awhile! Keep strong my friends, keep working towards your goals!
We can do this, one day, one minute at a time!
Forever grateful for your support and friendship! LindaS

Hope everything went well Linda.
Love and healing to you.
Amanda x

tiarapants

As a matter of fact, whenever I get a strike (which isn't very often) I do a little dance -- I'm known in senior bowling for it...lol - where I just wiggle my hips. One guy gave me a bowling towel that says "I only bowl so I can do that funny little dance when I get a strike". I had it framed. That is SOOO me.

Michele - I love this!

x

tiarapants

:flowerforyou: Brooke, when the dogs roll around in the grass and leaves and stuff and get it all over their curly hair, I call them “salad”.

Love this too Barbie. I always remember my gorgeous cocker spaniel going for walks in the snow and coming back with big snowballs attached to her feathers. Dogs are such a joy!

x

tiarapants

So when I got home yesterday I had a missed call from my dad's lady saying that they almost lost him. that his heart isn't under control at all and that she thought I should know. My dad doesn't want to waste time to drive into the city to visit him. He says he is just fine. So I compormised and said I would call today to see how things have been going. If it isn't going to well I will drive down to the city. Today is my work for the good boss day so I am busy but not so stressed out. But the queen has requested that I work a 13 hour day this Friday. At least I will get a little overtime for the effort.

Robin, Bodi and Ritter
Still sunny PNW

Robin, parents are such a worry. I hope your dad improves.
x

tiarapants

I wanted to share the link to the article that helped me finally break my plateau...maybe some of you will find it of use at some point: http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/weight-loss/tips/diet-tips/weight-loss-plateau-tips/?sssdmh=dm17.666243&esrc=nwfitdailytip050713

Just read that and yep, I agree - extra water and protein were definitely a big help when I was losing.
x

tiarapants

Dear VIT Fs

Sorry to hog the board with separate posts - I was trying something!

Anyway, I have read as much as I could but have to get back to work now.

Love to all.
Amanda x

Brookland72Hartley

Hello, first time posting - not sure if I have pressed the right button to post. Still we will see.
Started myfitnesspal in January, have lost around 35lbs - well thought I had until I replaced the now broken scales with some new ones yesterday - which show me right back where I started! :sad:
Goals for this month - not to let the new scales get me down, to the point that I give up! Add in some pedalling to my daily exercise routine.

Know I have lost weight as my favourite trousers literally fell down when I put them on the other day and I have now dug some out of the attic, which I haven't been able to get into for years and they fit comfortably.
Hi to anyone who sees this.

cityjaneLondon

Hi all, glad to hear some of the illnesses are improving.
We woke up early this morning so were able to get our gymming in and then headed out for the bluebell wood before the forecast rain arrived. Oh, how beautiful it was! A complete carpet of shimmering blue under the budding trees. And the scent! I don't remember them ever smelling so amazing. We got in a 50 minute walk and headed back to the car as the rain arrived. Went food shopping and got home by 11. A great morning! Plus I strode around the wood with no aches and pains, even taking in the slight inclines without difficulty. It feels so good! Last year I would have found it all a real struggle, could not rise on my feet to walk properly and had pains in every joint. I used to dread a hill!
I haven't lost anything so far this week, but have had a lot of salty food so I'm not panicking. I did measure myself though and have lost 1/2 inch off both waist and hips. Now 33 and 38. Last year I was 38 and 44. NSV for me!
This afternoon I will check over my seeds to see if I need to buy some more for our veg patch. Also bake some blueberry and lemon muffins for DH who seriously needs his calories. :sad: Also make yoghourt which we eat most days with stewed fruit for dessert. I adore home made yoghourt.
Love to all.
If you don't go out on a limb you don't get any fruit. :flowerforyou:

drvvork

I've been busy packing to move back west. I'm proud of myself, I've kept up on logging now for 35 days! I can't wait to get this move over - I'm not sure how long it will be to get back on the computer to participate in the community but will be logging from my phone. :happy:

Have a wonderful day everyone! :flowerforyou:

tiarapants

Hi all, glad to hear some of the illnesses are improving.
We woke up early this morning so were able to get our gymming in and then headed out for the bluebell wood before the forecast rain arrived. Oh, how beautiful it was! A complete carpet of shimmering blue under the budding trees. And the scent! I don't remember them ever smelling so amazing. We got in a 50 minute walk and headed back to the car as the rain arrived. Went food shopping and got home by 11. A great morning! Plus I strode around the wood with no aches and pains, even taking in the slight inclines without difficulty. It feels so good! Last year I would have found it all a real struggle, could not rise on my feet to walk properly and had pains in every joint. I used to dread a hill!
I haven't lost anything so far this week, but have had a lot of salty food so I'm not panicking. I did measure myself though and have lost 1/2 inch off both waist and hips. Now 33 and 38. Last year I was 38 and 44. NSV for me!
This afternoon I will check over my seeds to see if I need to buy some more for our veg patch. Also bake some blueberry and lemon muffins for DH who seriously needs his calories. :sad: Also make yoghourt which we eat most days with stewed fruit for dessert. I adore home made yoghourt.
Love to all.
If you don't go out on a limb you don't get any fruit. :flowerforyou:

Hi Jane
We always try to get to Ranmore Common for a walk in the bluebells - they are spectacular. I have an amazing photo of our old golden cocker spaniel running through them, ears akimbo. Great times.

I meant to ask earlier, was it the Pompeii exhibition you went to see? I'm thinking of booking to see it.

Back to the grindstone.

Love to all.
Amanda x

DeeDee2211

Good morning beautiful ladies:flowerforyou:

The sun is shining:glasses: !!! Haven`t seen the big yellow ball in ages, this make me happy:bigsmile: !!!

Katla I just love Nora Roberts! I need to make some time to read, lately all my books have been gathering dust:grumble: . Hope you got DH and the dog out for a walk!

Lin How are you doing on maintaining your weight? I love heirloom tomatoes !!!

Jmv Welcome! Come in often and chat!

Drkatiebug Hope your today is not as crazy as yesterday!

Joyce Hope your DH gets on board with the Drs.!!!

Barbie Salad dogs:laugh: , I love it!!!

Liz Hope things at work get less stressful!!! Good luck on your new goals!

Michele Put the blueprints for the ark away, at least for today …I hope the sun is shining as beautiful for you today as it is here:glasses: !!! Sunshine and blue skies, I`ve really missed it!

Dovergopp High school baseball, sounds like a fun night!

Viv Yay, you`re getting your exercise in!!!

Joy Glad you`re feeling a bit better:flowerforyou: ! Let hubby wait on you today!

Amanda Hope you have a wonderful day!

Brookland Welcome!!! Scales are sometimes mean , make sure you measure yourself, the measurements don`t lie!!! Congrats for the “old” pants now fitting!!! Come in often and chat with us!

Cityjane “A complete carpet of shimmering blue under the budding tress”, it sounds just fabulous!!! Congrats on the ½ inches lost…that’s fantastic!!!

Drvvork Congrats for logging in 35 days!!! Keep it up! It really does make a difference! Hope your move goes smoothly!

After I finally got off the computer yesterday, Noel and I went out for a walk, by that time the skies had darkened again , we got caught out in a thunderstorm:noway: , about a ¼ mile from the house, I finally just picked her up and jogged home carrying a wet dog, we both got soaked:grumble: . She actually loved it, I dried her off with the hairdryer, prissy little thing she is, she stands there loving every minute of it:laugh: !
Well, it`s after 7am again, time to get my behind moving!

Have a wonderful day ladies!!! Drink your water:drinker: :drinker: :drinker: and log your food!!!

Hugs,
DeeDee in finally sunny NC:glasses:

janemartin02

Happy a great day!!
HUGS
jane

Johanne1957

Good day all...posting to read later...

Gardengail

Jumping in for a quick post this morning. I was at work until around 11:45 PM last night and have to get back in shortly. It was so crazy yesterday! Hopefully..... BBL.

Have a great day!

Gail, metro Atlanta (page 15!)

mwheatcraft54

Good morning, everyone! I confess I haven't had time to read back too far but am wishing everyone a healthy and happy Mother's Day weekend - whether it's your MD or not this weekend.

DH and I are off to NYC on Saturday to spend the night and meet up with DS and his GF. I'm looking forward to it so much! Normally I'm not a big city fan - it seems fun in theory but I'm always overwhelmed and feel like I don't know the area well enough to make it fun. However, we already have reservations for Sunday for dinner, and I know I want to go to the zoo and maybe a stroll through Central Park and maybe a museum or street fair - and that and shopping and I should be done.

I have to confess my exercise has really tapered off in the past week since I finished with the yard (well, finished for a minute - the weeds are already poking through the mulch :grumble:). I am trying very hard to get back at it. I did an hour of kickboxing day before yesterday, but yesterday should have been weights - instead I sat down at the computer and that was it. I need to stop doing that! Work isn't going anywhere.

Have a wonderful weekend and I'll post more once I catch up with everyone.

Cheers,

M.

cityjaneLondon

Amanda - we did the Ice Age at midday, went out for a long lunch and walk and then did the Pompeii. Both truly excellent. Book soon.
Must go and rescue my dahlia from the garage where I have had it buried all winter. It's probably rotted away!
Tandoori chicken tonight - one of my favourites - yum! And soooo low calorie!

kathyszoo

Good Morning Lovely Lively Ladies, :happy:

Not much to report, just checking in and marking my spot. I'm actually caught up on all the great posts! Well, although I love the water zumba class, as usual I managed to overdo and my knee is paying for it. Besides being bone on bone, both knees, I also have a shallow groove in both as well which unfortunately both my kids inherited from me. They have both undergone immobilizations and physical therapies in times past due to dislocations. Anyhow, I knew when I was doing a certain movement yesterday, swinging my leg back and forth at the knee, that I probably shouldn't be doing this. I was right but as usual had to learn the hard way. Knee swelled a lot last night and even with icing and meds, still isn't feeling great today. Time to back off a little but hopefully will finally tackle a closet later. Hugs and best wishes to my great Vit F friends!

Barbie - Peach lavender ice cream sounds yummy!! Maybe I'll put this festival on my bucket list.

Kathy:drinker:

akp4Him

shhhhh....I tried making brownies this morning for Vince BUT instead of the oil you are supposed to add, I'd read that you can substitute silken tofu. So I'm trying it. Now you don't seriously think I'll tell Vince that I added tofu, do you? We shall see how they come out. Oh, I just made another batch since I'm not sure if the tofu takes the place of just the oil or the oil and egg. So I made one batch without the egg and one with.

@exermom....I have made brownies and substituted applesauce 1 to 1 for the oil. It works and no one was the wiser!!

Laura80111

:flowerforyou: Just popping in to say Happy Thursday.

Have a great day all.

Laura80111 in Colorado